Jun
02
From Shadow to Substance
A chance encounter and a new exhibition demonstrate the power of photography to “Secure the shadow, ere the substance fade.” Continue reading From Shadow to Substance
May
15
SERC has been safeguarding our coastal systems for 60 years
Sixty years after its founding, the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center safeguards the vibrant ecosystems—and economic power—of our coastal zones Continue reading SERC has been safeguarding our coastal systems for 60 years
May
05
Update on the 2025 Smithsonian Employee Perspective Survey
We are reevaluating and working to improve the survey to better meet the needs of both staff and leadership. Continue reading Update on the 2025 Smithsonian Employee Perspective Survey
Apr
30
Pausing at the halfway mark to “Our Shared Future”
As we approach the halfway mark of our strategic plan, Our Shared Future, I invite all of us to reflect on how far we have come. Continue reading Pausing at the halfway mark to “Our Shared Future”
Apr
08
Please join me in thanking our volunteers
Secretary Bunch shares his gratitude for our volunteers and all that they do for the Smithsonian. Continue reading Please join me in thanking our volunteers
Apr
08
Join me in thanking our volunteers for all that they do
The work you do individually and that the Smithsonian does collectively is more important than ever. Continue reading Join me in thanking our volunteers for all that they do
Mar
28
Our commitment is unwavering
Secretary Bunch responds to the presidential Executive Order targeting museums and cultural institutions, including the Smithsonian, for content the administration says advances “divisive ideology.” Continue reading Our commitment is unwavering
Mar
17
2024 Secretary’s Research Awards
Please join Secretary Bunch March 24 to celebrate the 2024 recipients of the Secretary’s Research Awards. In addition, Rhea Combs, of the National Portrait Gallery, will deliver the Morrison Memorial Lecture. Continue reading 2024 Secretary’s Research Awards
Mar
05
Thank you for your commitment
As we near the midpoint of the fiscal year, Secretary Bunch acknowledges the fluidity of our current operating environment. Continue reading Thank you for your commitment
Mar
05
Thank you for your commitment
Change is inherently challenging; rapid change is even more difficult. Continue reading Thank you for your commitment
